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In addition to preparing reconciliations and reviewing various reports, the post holder is responsible for assisting the finance team in reviewing each year approximately.

• 500 – 800 purchase orders
• 1000-1500 payments to vendors and employees through the accounts payable systems for the university and its departments

The University has an overall operational budget ranging from $11-$13 million and a capital budget ranging from $3 to $5 million for new fixed assets and expected gross asset of $15-17million and monitors compliance to internal processes of 14-16 departments, other sections, and units represented by forty (40) cost centres. The post holder would also be required to adapt to the changes of the University as it further develops.

The role requires the post holder to be accurate and timely in processing large numbers of transactions. In doing so, the postholder needs to have a good understanding of the business and activities of the University and the Departments, Units and Sections for which the university has responsibility.

Additionally, the post holder will actively seek opportunities to continuously improve UCCI’s

financial accountability and actively promote the mission and strategic priorities of UCCI. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• The post-holder must have a bachelor’s degree in accounting and at least 3 years of work experience in a finance-related role. Computer literacy and ability to use Microsoft tools effectively.
• Good oral and written communication skills, relationship management skills, and analytical skills are also required.
• Proficiency in financial accounting systems and advanced spreadsheet applications is essential.
• In active pursuit of an Accounting designation (ACCA, CPA, CMA).
• Highly motivated and comfortable meeting tight deadlines and prioritizing multiple deliverables.
• Familiarity working in tertiary education and/or in a public entity would be an asset.
• Proven skills in financial reporting techniques and practices, ethical and professional principles, and skills of accrual, fund, and university related accounting are essential.
• Proven ability to analyze and interpret financial data and prepare university financial schedules.
• Excellent analytical skills in order to identify and analyze leadership, faculty, staff, and student needs as they relate to UCCI goals and objectives and seek ways to fulfill those needs within the constraints of regulations, standards, and available resources.
• Ability to work under pressure and respond to emergencies effectively.
• Working knowledge of IFRS and IPSAS accounting and reporting standards

The post holder should be highly motivated and comfortable meeting tight deadlines and prepared to work outside normal office hours to meet deadlines, and possess the following attributes:

• Be familiar with and have a clear understanding of the Cayman Islands Government PMFA and its impact on their professional output.
• Should take an active position on financial and accounting matters consistent with the skills and experience required of the post holder.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal skills.
• High level of integrity in dealing with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Possesses excellent time management skills and the ability to independently prioritize various important deliverables.

 Compensation:

• Salary Range: KYD $53,616.00 – KYD $70,344.00 per annum. (GRADE L)
• Contributory medical, pension and annual leave (20 days). 

How to apply:

Submit a CV and cover letter along with three (3) professional references to recruitment@ucci.edu.ky 

Deadline: 04 June 2025

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Caymanians/Caymanian Status, persons married to Caymanians and holding Permanent Residence, are preferred.